Dear Yogitha, Thank you. This is exactly the kind of input I was hoping for — and the kind that actually changes how something gets built.
The point about simulations is one I will carry into every planning conversation from here. You have articulated something that I had a vague instinct about but could not have said as precisely — that simulating disability for a few minutes without the skills, tools, and years of adaptation that a person with disability has developed does not create understanding. It creates pity. And pity is the opposite of what this event is for. The paired walk format makes far more sense. One conversation, navigating the same street together, is worth more than any guided experience designed to make someone feel something for ten minutes. The point about bringing both people who are currently struggling and people who have found their way through is also something we will hold onto. Both voices are necessary. The struggling voice names the barrier. The other voice shows it can be crossed. Neither is complete without the other. Thank you for offering to connect us with people who could bring different lived experiences. I will be in touch. With warm regards, Rishabh Gupta Raipur, Chhattisgarh -- Disclaimer: 1. Contents of the mails, factual, or otherwise, reflect the thinking of the person sending the mail and AI in no way relates itself to its veracity; 2. AI cannot be held liable for any commission/omission based on the mails sent through this mailing list.. Search for old postings at: http://www.mail-archive.com/[email protected]/ --- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "AccessIndia" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to [email protected]. To view this discussion visit https://groups.google.com/a/accessindia.org.in/d/msgid/accessindia/CAOukPW8HhWB-UP_J--UARAxJ_6hq94E_41G4u9aTEciwj9HK_w%40mail.gmail.com.
